Things to do in the Murraylands: June 26-July 2, 2026

You can’t outrun the thunder.

So says the tag line for the 1990 film Days of Thunder, a classic featuring a young Tom Cruise and “our” Nicole Kidman which will screen at a drive-in event at the Bend Motorsport Park this Saturday night.

And just in case that’s not appealing enough, the matinee movie will be Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.

Having said that, there will be a heap of other events on around the Murraylands this weekend, too – scroll down and take a look.

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Friday 26th 🌤️ 14°

Krazy Krafters: 9.30am-12.30pm at Murray Bridge Community Centre. Join an all inclusive group who come together for craft, coffee, connection and kindness. $2 per session. Details: 8531 1799.

Garden Hub: 10-11am at Bunnings Murray Bridge. Join Cleggy for a chat about native plants. Suitable for ages 16 plus. If younger children accompany you they must be supervised at all times. Bookings essential: bunnings.com.au.

Funeral service for Judith (Judy) Helen Docking: 2pm at the Minge Chapel, Murray Bridge.

Bowhill community raffles: 5pm at Bowhill Community Centre. Meals from 6pm, draws begin from 6.30pm. There's plenty of prizes to be won with proceeds to the Bowhill Progress Association. Tickets are $5 and are available prior via EFT. More information: bpa5238@outlook.com.

One Way Street: From 5.30pm at Murray Bridge RSL. Enjoy an evening of classic tunes and good times with friends. Complimentary bus service available for transport within Murray Bridge. Details: Call the RSL on 8532 1314.

Mike "Lionheart" Loy: 6-9pm at the Bridgeport Hotel, Murray Bridge. Join Mike for the tunes you know and love while enjoying a meal or after work get together with friends. More information: 8532 2002.

Mypolonga Combined Sports Club AGM: 8pm at Mypolonga Memorial Oval. Our committee plays an important role in supporting the success of our affiliate clubs and helping provide the best possible facilities for our community, members and families. Whether you can contribute a little or a lot, we’d love to hear from you. More information: Call Rusty on 0412 879 499.

Saturday 27th ⛅ 15°

Murray River football and netball: Mannum v Tailem Bend at Mannum Showground; Coorong v Mallee Districts at Coonalpyn Oval; Mypolonga v Ramblers at Mypolonga Memorial Oval; Southern Mallee v Imperials at Pinnaroo Football and Netball Club.

Murraylands Retirement Village market: 8am-1pm at Murray Bridge Scout Hall. Join the residents for their annual market featuring arts, crafts, books, produce and so much more. Stalls can be set up on the Friday, all welcome. $10 per trestle table, market is being held indoors. More information, book a table: 8532 5499.

Kids DIY – photo peg board: 10-10.45am, 11-11.45am and 12.30-1.15pm at Bunnings Murray Bridge. Kids will get hands-on creating their very own photo peg board using paints, stencils and their imaginations, all while learning basic DIY skills with our team. For ages 5-12 years. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. Bookings essential: bunnings.com.au.

Murray Bridge Board Games Group: 10am-3pm and 3.30-9.30pm at Johnstone Park combined clubrooms, Murray Bridge. Join us for our first Saturday sessions and have fun playing a whole range of games. You're welcome to bring your own games along. $5 per car load of people to help cover hall hire. More information: mbbgg2025@gmail.com.

Autism Mums Murraylands: 10.30am at Nexus Pathways, 17-19 Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge. Come along and chat with other mums and dads in this relaxed and welcoming space that helps support us on our parenting journey. Kids welcome to use the sensory hub free of charge while the adults relax. More information: 0408 329 439.

Drifting SA Winterfest: 9am-8pm at the Bend Motorsport Park, Tailem Bend. Skidpan 9am-5pm, kartdrome 9am-8pm. From beginners to pro-level, whether you’re behind the wheel, jumping in for the passenger ride of your life, or cheering from the sidelines, our events are made for everyone. Continues Sunday. Tickets: $27 plus fees from trybooking.com.

Journal Workshop with Donna Gordge: 1-4pm at Murray Bridge Regional Gallery. Join artist Donna Gordge for an eco-friendly crafternoon as you make your own books from discarded materials. Explore Donna’s suitcase of bits and pieces as you create your own journal using a range of different techniques. Includes all materials, and you're welcome to bring extra paper or materials from home. Tea and coffee included. Suitable for ages 10-plus. Tickets: $45/40 from humanitix.com.

Drive-in movie night at the Bend: Gates 4pm, movies 5pm at the Bend Motorsport Park, Tailem Bend. Join us for a night under the stars with movies on the big screen. Featuring 80s classics Ferris Bueller's Day Off and Days of Thunder. The cafe will be open for food and drinks. No alcohol or pets to be brought into the venue. Load up the car, grab your friends and family, bring your favourite movie snacks, and settle in for a night of nostalgia, laughs and entertainment from the comfort of your own vehicle. Tickets: $39.90 per car for both films or $24.90 for one from outix.co.

Rambler gala night: 7.30pm at the Rambler Football Club, Murray Bridge. Theme: bold cocktail, no prints for women; black pants, white shirt for men. Tickets: $40 from trybooking.com.

Sunday 28th ⛅ 16°

Cars and Coffee on the River: 8-10.30am at Mary Ann Reserve, Mannum. Bacon and egg muffin breakfast and tea and coffee available with proceeds to the Mannum CWA. All vehicle and bikes welcome.

Drifting SA Winterfest: 9am-8pm at the Bend Motorsport Park, Tailem Bend. Skidpan 9am-5pm, kartdrome 9am-8pm. From beginners to pro-level, whether you’re behind the wheel, jumping in for the passenger ride of your life, or cheering from the sidelines, our events are made for everyone. Tickets: $25 plus fees from trybooking.com.

Kids DIY – windmills: 10-10.45am, 11-11.45am and 12.30-1.15pm at Bunnings Murray Bridge. Kids will get hands-on creating their very own windmill using paints, stencils and their imaginations, all while learning basic DIY skills with our team. For ages 5-12 years. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. Bookings essential: bunnings.com.au.

Buddies Four and Robyn Gleeson: 11am-4pm at the Imperial Football Club, Murray Bridge. Murray Bridge Country Music Club event. Lunch available and trading table. Tickets: $15/13, call Gloria on 0488 748 911.

Come n try cycle speedway (skid kids): 11.30am at the Murraylands Cycle Speedway, Murray Bridge. You don't have be a super fit or experienced bike rider to enjoy this sport. We cater for all ages and all abilities, it's all about having some fun. Sports voucher can be used to join. Canteen open on race days for drinks and snacks, cash only no card. More information: 0419 850 924.

Marcus Ryan: 12.30pm at the Pretoria Hotel, Mannum. Grab ya mates and settle in for a relaxing afternoon of cool tunes and good times by the river. More information: 8569 1109.

Acoustic Tracks: 2-5pm at the Mannum Hotel. Grab your mates and relax by the river for some great music and good times. Courtesy bus available. Call the hotel: 8569 1008.

Nicolina and Dean Duo: 2-5pm at the Bridgeport Hotel, Murray Bridge. Spend a lazy afternoon with great music and good vibes at the Bridgeport. More information: 8532 2002.

Les Sumner: 2-5pm at the Swanport Hotel, Murray Bridge South. Settle in for some live, acoustic tunes from Les at the Swannie. More information: 8532 3666.

Shred Session: 3.30-5.30pm at Sturt Reserve skate park, Murray Bridge. Includes free skateboard and BMX coaching to build skills, confidence and safe riding in a supportive, fun environment. Open to all ages and experience levels. Come along and be part of the local skate community. Helmets are compulsory, loan skateboards available. More information: Message Dan on 0439 854 787.

Monday 29th 🌦️ 18°

Yoga with Jo: 9.30am for hatha yoga, 10.45am for yin yoga at the Square, Murray Bridge. $6 per session or $10 for both. More information: 7559 0020.

Tungkillo coffee and chat: 1-2.30pm at the Soldiers' Memorial Hall, Tungkillo. Bring along your crafts, recipes and plants and enjoy a social get-together with afternoon tea. All welcome. Weekly on Mondays.

Crochet: 1-3pm at Murray Bridge Community Centre. If you'd like to learn to crochet or connect with others who enjoy the craft then this class is for you. More information: 8531 1799.

Dementia Connection Cafe: 1-2.30pm at the Square, Murray Bridge. For those living with dementia and their carers or care partners to connect with others in a supportive and friendly environment. More information: 8531 1799.

Tuesday 30th 🌦️ 19°

Diggers Bingo: 12.30pm for 1pm at Murray Bridge RSL. Great cash prizes, friendly atmosphere, complimentary tea and coffee. Bring your friends for a fun-filled afternoon. Complimentary bus service available for transport within Murray Bridge. More information: 0432 936 285.

Social Craft Club: 12.30-3.30pm at Murray Bridge Library. Work on your project or learn something new while enjoying a few laughs with fellow crafters. Join us for craft, chats and a cuppa. More information: 8539 1175.

Bring Your Own Book Club: 2-3pm at the Square, Murray Bridge. Do you love reading but not necessarily the same book as everyone else? Swap recommendations, discuss books and authors and celebrate the joy of reading with others. More information: 7559 0020.

Lego Club: 4-5pm at Murray Bridge Library. Join us for some creative fun and let your imagination run wild. An adult must accompany children aged 12 years and younger. Fortnightly during school term. More information: 8539 1175.

Wednesday 1st 🌦️ 17°

Easy moves for active ageing: 10-10.45am at the Square, Murray Bridge. A light exercise class suitable for older people or those with mobility problems who are keen to keep their minds active and body moving. Contact the Murray Bridge Wellbeing Hub: 0468 640 800.

Horse racing: From 11am at Murray Bridge Racing Club. Join us for the last Wednesday race of the season at SA's premiere regional track. Admission: free, but packages available at moshtix.com.au.

July book club: 6-8pm at Fiction and Friction, Murray Bridge. Join us for nibbles, crafts and talking all things books. For July we'll be book bedazzling. Tickets: $48.96, includes a book up to the value of $27, supplies to create and supplies to take home if you don't complete during book club. More information: hello@fictionandfriction.com.au.

Thursday 2nd 🌧️ 16°

Story time: 9.30-10am at Murray Bridge Library. We'll read a few fun and engaging picture books together, then enjoy some bubbly sensory fun. For ages 0-5. A parent or carer must accompany child at all times. More information: 8539 1175.

Aged care careers talk: 10am-12pm at Tailem Bend Community Centre. Come along for a friendly chat about careers in aged care. Explore roles in personal care, nursing, cleaning, maintenance, admin and corporate services plus training pathways and employee benefits. Whether you're experienced, changing careers or just curious we'd love to meet you. Register, more details: 1300 144 144.

The Boy In The Woods: 5.30pm at Murray Bridge Library. Struggling to survive alone in the haunting and deadly woods of eastern Europe, Max's life changes when he meets another young Jewish boy, Janek. Together they embark on remarkable adventures and save the life of an abandoned infant. Rated M. Register your attendance: humanitix.com.

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